Phlebotomist

Overview

This is a contract job opportunity

Position:
Phlebotomist 3688

Location:

Port Royal, SC

Schedule:

7:30 am – 4:30 pm or 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, M-F

HM said she will discuss the two times during interview and see if the candidate wants to start on 7:30 AM or work the 8-5 shift.

Projected duration: 3 months

Job code: CVDJP

Must have dependable transportation. Must be available to work 7:30 am – 4:30 pm. Must be able to work in a high volume center. Must have experience doing hard sticks.

The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training and making work flow recommendations.

• Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
• Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures.
• Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and/or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required.
• Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understand all of the physicians' orders.
• Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct.
• Package specimens for transport.
• Store specimen samples according to required temperature, place samples in appropriate collection container/tube, accurately label, and follow procedures as outlined by protocol to maintain specimen integrity for transport.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations. Attend annual department trainings.
• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states.
• Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of experience.